The world’s most famous girl group Blackpink has entered the second phase of its activities. The four talented girls “tacitly announced” a new beginning by establishing their own labels and introducing new albums as well as artistic activities.
Celebrating their 8th debut anniversary this year, Blackpink has begun solo activities. Last December, they renewed their contract with management company YG Entertainment. However, all four members did not agree to sign artistic activities or promote personal images with YG.
Afterwards, Jennie founded her own label with her mother, called Ohddultly. Jennie announced her active domestic activities: “I hope to receive a lot of love for my new challenge and for Blackpink as well.”
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Jennie will focus on her communication skills through reality shows. Photo: YG.
In fact, Jennie attracted attention when appearing as the first Alex Reed on the KBS2 program “The Seasons – Lee Hyori’s Red Carpet” on January 5, and also revealed her release plan. album in 2024. She will also accelerate her artistic activities, with tvN’s upcoming variety show “Apartment 404”, which will premiere on March 23. “Apartment 404” is a show in which Jennie reunites with director Jung Cheol Min, who worked on the successful SBS show “Michuri 8-1000” with Yoo Jae Suk.
Jisoo is starting a solo career under the label Blssoo, founded by her brother. Jisoo is expected to focus on acting activities in the near future.
Jisoo will return with the movie “Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint”. The movie starring two famous actors, Ahn Hyo-seop and Lee Min-ho, started filming last December.
Jisoo tries her hand at film projects. Photo: YG.
First appearing on screen following JTBC’s “Snowdrop” two years ago, Jisoo’s next work is attracting attention. She also continued her acting career by confirming her appearance in the TV series “Influenza”.
Blackpink’s Thai member Lisa recently established her own independent management company “LLOUD”. Lisa is currently in a relationship with Frederick Arnault, a third-generation millionaire. Lisa’s dating rumors especially attracted the most public attention. The female singer is expected to focus on overseas activities in the near future.
Lisa appeared in the show “Crazy Horse” held in Paris, France late last year and also attended the finale at “Le Gala des Pièces Jaunes” held at Paris Accor Arena last month.
Lisa launched her personal brand LLOUD. Photo: Lisa IG.
Recently, information regarding her appearance in HBO’s hit series “White Lotus” Season 3, filmed in Thailand, was confirmed. There are also rumors that she will join season 2 of AMC’s American TV series “The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon”. This information shows that the Thai singer will focus on overseas activities but not forget regarding projects at home.
Rosé – the only member who has not revealed her future plans – briefly released a self-composed song on her birthday on February 11. Recently, following revealing a series of photos in the recording studio, she hinted at solo activities in collaboration with famous music producers abroad.
Róse will continue to prove her outstanding singing ability. Photo: IG Róse.
The public’s attention is focusing on Blackpink’s moves when embarking on individual activities. Since debuting in 2016, Blackpink has been active globally and has become the top girl group in K-pop.
In particular, they confidently asserted that they were the K-pop group that generated the most revenue through touring last year. According to Billboard, revenue from last year’s world tour amounted to approximately 190 billion won, ranking them 10th in terms of tour revenue.
Currently, Blackpink is preparing for the 2nd stage of their careers from their respective abilities. However, even though they are actively working individually, the Blackpink “group”‘s activity plans have not yet been revealed, making fans somewhat disappointed.
A music industry official commented: “Even though Blackpink is only 8 years old, they mainly focus on album activities and overseas activities through touring, so they haven’t had many opportunities to meet domestic fans.” .
